Process Engineer 1

Denso
Statesville, NC

Who this role is best for

Entry-level to mid-career engineers with lean manufacturing knowledge and technical software proficiency will find this process-oriented role in industrial manufacturing. Candidates near Statesville, NC, or open to relocation, may benefit from the relocation assistance offered.

Best fit for

  • Entry-level to mid-career engineers with lean manufacturing knowledge and technical software proficiency
    — “0-3+ years relevant experience”
  • Individuals with a background in process improvement and problem-solving frameworks like PDCA
    — “Ability to effectively apply the PDCA process to identify potential process improvements”
  • Candidates who can demonstrate experience with AutoCAD and other engineering software
    — “Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and other engineering software and databases”

Things to consider

  • Relocation assistance is available only for candidates living more than 50 miles away
    — “Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.”
  • The role may require working with various manufacturing processes like injection molding and stamping
    — “Fundamental knowledge of concepts used in Toyota TPS, DENSO TIE and lean manufacturing”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to implement process improvements and solve manufacturing problems
    — “Implements approved process improvements to meet quality standards, performs feasibility studies and helps to solve manufacturing problems”
  • Showcase your communication and presentation skills with examples from past work
    — “Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent presentation skills”
  • Demonstrate experience with creating and modifying product prints and engineering documentation
    — “Ability to create, read and modify product prints”
  • Mention your experience with data analysis and reconciliation using computer software and mainframe applications
    — “Strong knowledge of computer software and mainframe applications to manipulate, analyze and reconcile data”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • improve production methods
  • determine manufacturing capacity
  • set up production schedules
  • implement process improvements
  • create necessary documentation
Typical background
0-3 years relevant experienceBachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, industrial or other engineering discipline

Skills & requirements

Required

Manufacturing Process PlanningDesigning Manufacturing ProcessesTime And Cost EstimatesProcess ImprovementsManufacturing Facility LayoutSafety Laws And RegulationsTest And Technical ReportsWork InstructionsComputer SoftwareAutocadEngineering SoftwareProduct PrintsToyota TPSDenso TIELean ManufacturingWeldingPlatingDie-castingInjection MoldingStamping/cold Forming

Preferred

Complex Problem SolvingNegotiation

Stack & domain

AutocadEngineering SoftwareData ManipulationAnalyzing DataReconciling DataPDCA ProcessProject ManagementToyota TPSDenso TIELean ManufacturingWeldingPlatingDie-castingInjection MoldingStamping/cold FormingHeat Treatment ProcessFastener TorqueCommunicationProblem SolvingCustomer ServiceNegotiationCreativityIngenuityManufacturingMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

About the role

Original posting from Denso

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Assists with planning and designing manufacturing processes in an industrial plant. Offers suggestions to improve production methods, determine manufacturing capacity and set up production schedules.Designs, fabricates, modifies and evaluates manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly. May assist with time and cost estimates. Implements approved process improvements to meet quality standards, performs feasibility studies and helps to solve manufacturing problems. Creates necessary documentation and aides in communication to personnel. Studies and makes recommendations for manufacturing facility layout regarding items such as sequence of operations, equipment layout and utilization and other related items. Ensures that the organization’s processes and equipment comply with all safety laws and regulations. Composes test and technical reports. Delivers simple or routine presentations. May provide work instructions to technicians. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

0-3+ years relevant experience Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, industrial or other engineering discipline Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent presentation skills 

Excellent customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship as a partnershipExcellent problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to address customer issues and partner on resolutionsExcellent analytical skillsExcellent negotiation skills and an ability to resolve situations while making a point firmly and seeking a positive outcome for both sidesIn-depth understanding and demonstrated competency in working with computer software and mainframe applications to manipulate, analyze and reconcile dataStrong knowledge of AutoCAD and other engineering software and databasesAbility to create, read and modify product printsFundamental knowledge of concepts used in Toyota TPS, DENSO TIE and lean manufacturing (Kanban, Kaizen, Jidoka, JIT, Heijunka, Gemba and others)Fundamental knowledge of welding, plating, die-casting, injection molding, stamping/cold forming, heat treatment process, fastener torque and other related skillsAbility to effectively apply the PDCA process to identify potential process improvementsStrong project management skillsKaizen mindsetAbility to demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in solving problems in a timely manner 

Benefits Summary: 

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans  

401K with 4% Company Match 

Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays  

Bonus Program  

FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs 

Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance 

Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs 

Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc. 

Tuition Reimbursement  

Career Development and Ongoing Training  

Employee Assistance Program  

Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program  

Volunteer Opportunities  

Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) 

Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)  

Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) 

Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.  

Annual Salary: $63,000 - $79,000

Source: Denso careers

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